At  PhotoTours Australia, we’ve gathered FAQ’s based on our travellers’ enquiries about our photo tours.  If you can’t find the information you are looking for, please contact us directly.  We are here to assist you and make your Photo Tour experience memorable

Absolutely.  Regardless of your photography skill level, whether you are a beginner, an expert, or just want to travel with your smartphone, our tours are designed for everyone.  You will always be accompanied by a professional photography tour guide, who will share their knowledge during the photo tour, providing you with a unique and enriching photographic experience

A Photo Tour is much more than just a holiday.  It perfectly combines your passion for photography and discovering amazing new locations.  At Photo Tours Australia, we understand this, so we design tours to unique destinations ideal for photography enthusiasts.  We don’t just take you to the usual spots. We design exclusive itineraries, less travelled locations and magical corners of Australia where nature and culture come together, allowing you to capture the best photographs possible.

 

Our tours are meticulously planned and tailored to the time needed to wait for that perfect moment, that ideal light, allowing you to capture that ideal image.  You will be travelling in small groups, ensuring a more personalised experience and granting you access to key locations, guaranteeing you the best shots in optimal lighting conditions.

 

But what truly sets us apart at Photo Tours Australia is our team of dedicated photographers.  With their expertise and guidance, we guarantee each tour will be an unforgettable experience, where you will learn, enjoy, and most importantly capture memories and make friendships that will last a lifetime.

At Photo Tours Australia, we believe in a full immersion into the photographic experience.  Throughout each tour, your guide who is also a professional photographer, will be at your full disposal.  They will assist you during your travels, share invaluable insights and knowledge, and offer optional talks at the end of each day.  It’s vital to understand that this isn’t just a photography course in an exotic location, but an on-site practical workshop.  With Photo Tours Australia, you’ll have the guidance of an expert photographer who will help you progress in your photographic journey and introduce you to locations with exceptional photographic potential

At Photo Tours Australia, we invite you to embark on your adventure from the get-go.  You can fill out the booking form available on each tour page, making your choice and planning straightforward. Our team of experts are on hand to guide you every step of the way, recognising that the magic of the journey begins with the preparation.  We offer a wide range of meticulously described destinations on our website, and with just a deposit you can secure your place on the chosen tour.

When you embark on an adventure with Photo Tours Australia, we aim for your tour to be as seamless and as enriching as possible. That’s why we’ve designed our tour packages to include all the essentials and more.  With us, your photo tour includes:

  • Transfers:  From the moment of your arrival to your departure, we provide all your transfers in a comfortable private vehicle, ensuring you move with ease and safety throughout the planned itinerary
  • Accommodation:  You won’t have to worry about where to rest your head after a day of photographic adventures.  We offer accommodation in comfortable locations, with your booking including a shared double room.
  • Meals:  We know that a good day starts with a great breakfast.  That’s why breakfast is included with all of our tour packages, providing you with the necessary energy for your daily adventures. 
  • Photographic guidance:  It’s not just a tour, it’s a photographic experience.  You’ll have all the guidance and advice of our professional photographers,  who will help you capture the best moments and enhance your photographic skills.

At Photo Tours Australia, we strive to offer a comprehensive experience, taking care of every detail so all you have to do is enjoy and capture the most memorable moments.  We hop you will join us on many adventures

To ensure an optimal experience with Photo Tours Australia, we recommend making your booking at least 2 months in advance.  Since our tour groups are small, this allows us to provide adequate and personalised attention to each tour attendee.  As specialists in photographic tours, we understand the importance of preparation and planning, and we’ll do everything possible to assist and guide you through this process.  Booking in advance secures your place in the group and enables us to offer you the best experience possible.  We look forward to seeing you at our next photographic adventure

To confirm and finalise your booking with Photo Tours Australia, a deposit of $500 AU is required.  It is important to note that places will not be reserved without this initial deposit. As for the final payment, it should be made 15 days prior to the tour’s starting date.  Adhering to these deadlines is essential to guarantee your participation and ensure an optimal experience on your photography tour.  We look forward to having you join us on your photographic adventure

At Photo Tours Australia, we recognise that attending our workshops and photographic tours requires prior planning and commitment.  However, we also understand that unforeseen events or circumstances might arise, forcing you to cancel your participation.  Therefore we have established a clear cancellation policy to protect both your interests and ours.

  • If you cancel more than 60 days before the photo tour start date, we will offer you a full refund of any payments you have made
  • If you cancel between 60 and 30 days before the tour date starts, we will offer you a 50% refund of any payments you have made
  • If you cancel between 30 and 8 days before the tour starts, we will offer you a 35% refund of any payments you have made
  • if you cancel 7 days or less before the tour starts, unfortunately, we won’t be able to provide you with any refund

We hope this policy offers clarity and confidence as you plan your experience with Photo Tours Australia.  We’re here to assist you every step of the way.

At Photo Tours Australia, we prioritise the quality of your experience with us over quantity.  Our groups are intentionally kept small, with a maximum of 10 travelers.  This limitation ensures personalised attention and high-quality experiences for each participant.  We believe it’s essential for every traveler to have the space and time they need to fully enjoy their photographic experience with us, without feeling rushed or overwhelmed by a large group.  This is our way of guaranteeing that every photographic adventure is unique and memorable.

There is no technical level of experience required to join any of our photo tours.  We welcome and embrace everyone with an adventurous spirit and a desire to uncover the magic behind each image they take.  Moreover, with the guidance of your photo tour guide, we assure you that you will learn and be inspired every step of your photographic journey, regardless of your experience level.  With Photo Tours Australia, every tour is an opportunity to grow as a photographer

Of course.  At Photo Tours Australia, we understand that travelling is often an experience best enjoyed when shared.  If you choose to attend with a companion, it’s important for both if you to know that, while it is a photographic journey and photography guides many of our activities, it’s not just that.  It’s also an opportunity to immerse yourself in the destination, savor its wonders and share what we’re passionate about – photography.  We aim to balance your photographic experience with the full enjoyment of the tour, creating unforgettable moments in each destination.

The clothing and gear you require will largely depend on the destination.  Generally we recommend light weight non cotton clothing and dressing in layers. In our technical sheet, we provide a list of essential and recommended materials tailored to the type of tour you are going on.  It’s crucial to make the right selection so that every traveller feels comfortable and fully enjoys their experience.

At Photo Tours Australia, we are professional photographers and will advise you on the most suitable photographic equipment for the type of tour you are attending.  Your choice of photography gear will depend on your level of photography.  While some travellers opt for professional gear, others prefer their smartphones.  Our priority is for you to capture amazing images.  Therefore we recommend checking out our partner site cameragear.shop for all of your photographic needs and how to make the most of it.

Photo Tours Australia highly recommends medical and travel insurance on all of our photo tour packages.

Our photo tours are designed for anyone in reasonable shape.  Some of our journeys may visit remote areas with limited medical facilities, so it is essential to be in good health.

Minors between the age of 13-17 can only attend if accompanied by their parents or legal guardian.  Our tours are not suitable for children under the age of 13.

Our photo tours do not include the cost of flights to your destination unless otherwise stated in your tour itinerary.

Our local guides work hard to ensure you have a memorable experience on your photo tour.  It’s important to consider that the custom of tipping will depend on the destination, as it’s more common in some cultures than others.  It’s always a personal decision, but a gesture that can show your appreciation for their dedication and effort is always appreciated.

On our photo tours, many of the hotels and public places offer free Wi-Fi services.  However, since many locations we travel to are remote, communication might be limited

At Photo Tours Australia, every traveller is unique, and so should their experience be.  If you have a specific destination or idea in mind, we’re more than willing to tailor a tour to your personal wishes and needs.  Just give us a call or send us a message sharing your desired journey and requirements.  Our team of experts, with extensive experience in organising photo tours, will get to work to design an itinerary to exceed your expectations.